JLPT N3 Intermediate
緩む
To become loose, slack, or less tense.
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1 Intransitive Verb
To become loose or slack
Describes physical objects losing tightness, tension, or firmness, such as screws, knots, or rope.
Example
この 椅子 の ネジ が 緩んで いる みたい で 、 少し ガタガタ する 。
The screws on this chair seem to be loose; it's a bit wobbly.
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2 Intransitive Verb
To relax or let one's guard down
Refers to a reduction in mental tension, focus, or facial stiffness.
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3 Intransitive Verb
To slacken or become less intense
Indicates a decrease in the severity, speed, or strictness of abstract conditions or regulations.
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